adjective
General Slang
ranking
RANK-in · adjective · slang
Highly respected; top-ranked
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Held in high esteem; of top rank or reputation. A common dancehall honorific (e.g. artist names).
“Him a ranking deejay inna di scene.”
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ranking In A Sentence
Him a ranking deejay inna di scene.
Origin & Usage
Jamaican Patois use of English 'ranking'.
People Also Ask
What does 'ranking' mean in Jamaican slang?
It describes someone highly respected and of top rank or reputation, especially in the dancehall scene.
Why do dancehall artists use 'ranking' in their names?
It works as an honorific signalling status and respect, so performers adopt it to project their standing.
How do you use 'ranking'?
You use it to describe a respected figure, e.g. 'him a ranking deejay' means he's a top, well-respected DJ.
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